Wale was born to Nigerian immigrant parents in Washington, DC. He grew up on Peabody Street in Northwest DC and moved to Largo, Maryland as a teenager. He attended seven different high schools in Washington, D.C. and Maryland, finally graduating from Quince Orchard High School in 2001. He went to Robert Morris College and Virginia State University on football scholarships, and then Bowie State University but dropped out in 2004 to pursue music full-time. Before music started paying the bills, Wale worked day jobs at Sprint, Up Against The Wall and Downtown Locker Room.
Wale emerged onto the local DC hip hop scene with the help of WKYS-FM's DJ Alizay. Wale began getting radio play in 2004 with a single called "Rhyme of the Century" which got Wale in the June 2005 "Unsigned Hype" section of Source magazine and his buzz started growing.
In November 2006, a feature ran on AllHipHop.com's Breeding Ground about Wale. The day before Thanksgiving, Wale took the stage between Lil Wayne and T.I. during the Southern Invasion tour at the Verizon Center.
In early December 2006, Wale won the award for "D.C. Metro Breakthrough Artist of the Year" at WKYS' Go-Go Awards. On December 15, The Fader magazine associate editor Nick "Catchdubs" Barat visited Wale for an interview and photo shoot which appeared in the March 2007 issue of The Fader.
Wale has an upcoming promotional campaign with Remy Martin and XXL Magazine. He has also been linked to boutique streetwear brands The Hundreds, 10 Deep and Good Bully, as well as lifestyle brands Stussy and LRG.
In January 2007, Wale released a new single to radio called "Good Girls." Daniel Weisman gave the song to Mark Ronson and on February 23, 2007, Ronson began playing the song on his East Village Radio show. A week later, at Ronson's studio, Wale recorded a freestyle for Ronson and in exchange, Ronson put Wale on an unreleased remix of Lily Allen's "Smile" which appeared on a number of music blogs around the world on March 13th, 2007. In April of 2007, Ronson asked Wale to join him on a UK tour to promote the release of his newest album. In June of 2007, Wale signed to a production deal with Ronson's Allido Records.
On June 24, 2007, Wale's "Ice Cream Girl" with TCB, was featured on the show Entourage, on HBO.
Wale performed "W.A.L.E.D.A.N.C.E.", from his 100 Miles mixtape, at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards in Las Vegas, NV.
Wale was also featured in the October 2007 issues of XXL and Rolling Stone. The Washington Post profiled Wale on the front page of the Sunday Style section in the October 21st, 2007 edition. Wale is featured on the cover of URB Magazine's 150th issue along with French electro group, Justice.
iTunes released "Nike Boots" as a free download on November 13th, 2007 as its "Single of the Week." On Christmas Day 2007, Wale debuted the "Nike Boots Remix" featuring Lil Wayne and Green Lantern on his myspace page. Wale and Lil Wayne played a Nike Boots event called DC Stand Up at Ibiza Nightclub in DC on January 15, 2008 which was sponsored by Nike and Footaction.
In the November 30th, 2007 issue of Entertainment Weekly, Wale is featured as one of 8 people to watch in 2008 along with actors Simon Pegg and Rachel McAdams.
On March 12, 2008, Wale announced on 93.9 WKYS that he had signed with Interscope.
On April 29, 2008, the new Roots album entitled Rising Down was released, featuring Wale on the final track. Wale's relationship with the Roots began when Black Thought heard a song recorded as a tribute to himself on Wale's 2007 mixtape 100 Miles & Running and contacted Wale.
In the June issue of the German Hip-Hop magazine JUICE Wale announced that his upcoming debut-album will feature production credits from Mark Ronson, Kanye West, Just Blaze, 9th Wonder and the French electronic music duo Justice.
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Let It Loose Ft. Pharrell
Wale Lyrics
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Just a place that they can come
So their wild side has the freedom to run
And last but not least please don't tell no one
I just wanna treat you like the woman that you need to be
I be on that Peter Pan that N.Y.C. you need in me then hit me
Commend me no not really, and shawty don't be silly
And the bitches you fight em, here's some liquor or lighter
If there's no I.D. adios got no interest in minors
I'm on my grown man B.I you see why
Cause these lil broads think its not alright to be bi
I'm messin with you, you comfortable with it I never mind
You never play with young boys cause they never private
And they'll forever out ya, that's why you always quiet
The only one that's not patronin' designate your drivin'
OK just listen up a little
That nuvo or that goose egg how you loosin' your religion
Hey man, they say you only live once
So go to work for what you need but Imma give you what you want
All the girls really want is fun
Just a place that they can come
So their wild side has the freedom to run
And last but not least please don't tell no one
And she gon' let it loose, hey
Let it loose (hey)
She want you to stroke her (yea) and have fun
Now tell em,
It's in the house, so throw your money in the air and stand in the couch
Laugh at the money that's stuck in the chandelier
Tell them girls right there that the man right here
Tell em,
It's in the house, so throw your money in the air and stand in the couch
Laugh at the money that's stuck in the chandelier
Tell them girls right there that the man right here
Is you workin' hard (yeah)
How you get around (car)
Is you getting money (yeah)
Is that money yours (aw)
She don't even need a job, got one anyways
She sit up at her desk on Perez All Day
Then bossip for gossip, Why be up in concrete
Then she on her Facebook like when we finna party
Twitta with her home girls like what we finna do
They like we gon hit the club but can I hold on to your shoes
OK now everything's wonderful,
Thick girls, small friend, please watch and tell me miss
3 before 12:11, 31 then go in
And they gon' get a table cause they flirt with the promoter
Vodka and soda, pineapple and patron
Now hold up be a second, and pose for the photo
Pose, click, pose, click
Now say fuck them other bitches them hoes ain't shit
All the girls really want is fun
Just a place that they can come
So their wild side has the freedom to run
And last but not least please don't tell no one
And she gon' let it loose, hey
Let it loose (hey)
She want you to stroke her (yea) and have fun
The song "Let It Loose" by Wale featuring Pharrell is all about enjoying life and letting loose. The first verse talks about how all women want is a place to have fun and let their wild side out. The lyrics suggest that the singer just wants to treat the woman he's speaking to like she needs to be treated, and they can forget about any past entanglements as this is just a one-night encounter. The singer wants to have a good time and suggests giving the women some liquor or lighter if they are having a bad time. The second verse continues the narrative of partying and enjoying the night to the fullest. The song references throwing money into the air, standing on couches and posing for photos. The chorus of the song repeats that all women want is to have fun and let it all out, and they don't want anyone to know what they're up to.
The song is an upbeat, lively track that has a fast tempo and a catchy hook. The lyrics are overall light and playful, suggesting that it's all about living in the moment, having fun, and not worrying about what others think. The theme of the song is very much about living life to the fullest, and not being afraid to let loose and have fun.
Line by Line Meaning
All the girls really want is fun
The main thing that the girls desire is to have fun.
Just a place that they can come
They are looking for a location where they can relax and enjoy themselves.
So their wild side has the freedom to run
They want to be able to be free and express themselves in a uninhibited manner.
And last but not least please don't tell no one
Confidentiality is important, so please keep quiet and don't tell anyone.
I just wanna treat you like the woman that you need to be
I aim to provide you with the respect and adoration that you truly deserve as a woman.
I be on that Peter Pan that N.Y.C. you need in me then hit me
I possess childlike wonder and a unique New York City energy that you will desire and lust for.
Commend me no not really, and shawty don't be silly
I am not looking for praise or recognition, and please don't act foolish.
We ain't trippin' of the history this a one nighta
Our focus is not on the past, we are living in the moment, and this is a one night stand.
And the bitches you fight em, here's some liquor or lighter
If you have any issues with other women, here is some alcohol or a lighter to handle it.
If there's no I.D. adios got no interest in minors
If you do not have proof of age (ID), then I am not interested in engaging with underage individuals.
I'm on my grown man B.I you see why
I am operating as a mature, grown man in a responsible manner, and it's clear to see why.
Cause these lil broads think its not alright to be bi
Young women believe that being bisexual is not acceptable.
I'm messin with you, you comfortable with it I never mind
I am just joking with you, and if you are not offended then it is fine with me.
You never play with young boys cause they never private
You do not engage in sexual activity with young boys because they cannot keep things private.
And they'll forever out ya, that's why you always quiet
They will always reveal your secrets, so you remain silent.
The only one that's not patronin' designate your drivin'
You are the only one that is not drinking alcohol so you are designated as the driver.
OK just listen up a little
Please pay attention and listen carefully.
That nuvo or that goose egg how you loosin' your religion
Drinking Nuvo or Grey Goose could lead you to lose your inhibitions and act in a way that goes against your beliefs or morals.
Hey man, they say you only live once
People claim that you only have one chance at life.
So go to work for what you need but Imma give you what you want
While it's important to work hard for what you need, I am willing to give you what you desire and crave.
And she gon' let it loose, hey
She is going to be loose and free-spirited.
Let it loose (hey)
Be carefree and wild (a command).
She want you to stroke her (yea) and have fun
She desires to be stroked and have a good time.
Now tell em,
Now, inform them (a command).
It's in the house, so throw your money in the air and stand in the couch
We are inside, so throw your money up in the air and stand on the couch.
Laugh at the money that's stuck in the chandelier
Find humor in the fact that there is money stuck in the chandelier.
Tell them girls right there that the man right here
Inform the women over there that the man is right here.
Is you workin' hard (yeah)
Are you working hard (yes)?
How you get around (car)
What mode of transportation do you use (car)?
Is you getting money (yeah)
Are you earning money (yes)?
Is that money yours (aw)
Do you own the money (a question with a negative response)?
She don't even need a job, got one anyways
She is well-off financially and does not even require a job, though she has one regardless.
She sit up at her desk on Perez All Day
She spends her day seated at her desk browsing the entertainment website PerezHilton.com.
Then bossip for gossip, Why be up in concrete
Then she browses Bossip to get the latest gossip, and questions why she is stuck in a concrete jungle.
Then she on her Facebook like when we finna party
She proceeds to browse her Facebook and wonder when the party will begin.
Twitta with her home girls like what we finna do
She communicates with her female friends on Twitter, discussing what they are going to do.
They like we gon hit the club but can I hold on to your shoes
Her friends say that they are going to go to the club, and ask if they can borrow her shoes to wear.
OK now everything's wonderful,
Now, everything is going great, life is good.
Thick girls, small friend, please watch and tell me miss
There are curvy women and one petite woman, and please observe and tell me which one is attractive.
3 before 12:11, 31 then go in
Three women are allowed entry prior to 12:11 AM, and another woman can enter after 31 minutes past midnight.
And they gon' get a table cause they flirt with the promoter
They are going to reserve a table because they are flirting with the person in charge of promotions for the club.
Vodka and soda, pineapple and patron
The alcoholic beverage choices include vodka and soda, as well as pineapple-flavored patron Tequila.
Now hold up be a second, and pose for the photo
Wait a moment, and pose for the photograph.
Pose, click, pose, click
Strike a pose and take a photo, then repeat.
Now say fuck them other bitches them hoes ain't shit
Now, curse the other women and proclaim that they are not significant.
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: OLUBOWALE AKINTEMEHIN, PHARRELL WILLIAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@silverman824
My fav album from him till this day! Was bumping this heavy when it came out!
@PrEtTyDiMpLeS22
love the beat!!
@ghostcity3
wale is a great rapper who got found and glad he did. someone needs to find Forget Da Rest
@catchfree84
this should be his next single
@PrincesssAngie
young money wouldn't appericate wale enough...he can produce heartfelt & hrd rap..young money...shake ur ass songs and foam cup beveraged songs..
@PaulCollins301
i am from maryland, reside in maryland, if i had to compare drake to comparison. I would say drake is better than wale, i do not like drake one bit though, but he is slick on the mic. This album should go platinum
@DestinyJohnson95
this song...is jus...idk...i love it but idk how to explain it lol..its the playful joint on the album
@sonalsingh8737
2021 and yet šÆšš»
@sajal123g
Song is illin!!
@Ginga
@jspears19 I'm not saying commercial success is the most important factor but Cory Gunz has been rapping for a good while and doesn't even have an album to his name. Personally, I think Wale is the better rapper simply based on mic skills but it's debatable